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Posted By: cajunavion on 06/09/14 06:28pm

Howdy!
Michael Im intrigued by your modular design
reference. What do have in mind? Possible layouts,
plans, or just napkin thoughts?

Posted By: Michael 111 on 06/10/14 06:47am

cajunavion wrote:

Howdy!
Michael Im intrigued by your modular design
reference. What do have in mind? Possible layouts,
plans, or just napkin thoughts?

Well, my thought is to build everything in modules, so that it can be removed by undoing not more that 4 -6 screws and check for any problems behind.
We used to own an 24 foot Argosy and learned that there is not such a thing as a watertight unit, while you think you got it under control for a while and everything is sealed ,next trip something shifted and you are back looking for it.

I will post pics by the end of this week from the first furniture build.- Bed extension and side steps leading up to the bed-
keep in mind that ours will be designed as a very open floor space with just the minimal cabinets possible.

will see how it turns out

onward

Posted By: Michael 111 on 06/11/14 11:37am

As i am waiting for wires and electrical items to be ordered and arrive, i started and build the first set of "Furniture"
The Bed Extension will have drawers in the front and is able to flip up to allow access to the, soon to be there, battery compartment and seating area below.
The side "Steps" can function as seating/lounging and storage underneath, as well as an aide to get to the sleeping area.Still have to build the doors for it.
The Steps are build to be able to stand alone and can be easily removed, held in only by three screws.
Next on the list is the storage in the cab overhang. Big plans for this.......
Enjoy this unconventional build

Posted By: 67avion on 06/11/14 02:49pm

That's looking very interesting. Keep at it!

Posted By: Michael 111 on 06/11/14 03:04pm

67avion wrote:

That's looking very interesting. Keep at it!

Yep...thinking out of the Box or Tin Can ..... [emoticon]

here is another viewing angle

Posted By: 69 Avion on 06/11/14 03:50pm

Michael 111 wrote:

67avion wrote:

That's looking very interesting. Keep at it!

Yep...thinking out of the Box or Tin Can ..... [emoticon]

here is another viewing angle

That is a very neat bed extension idea. I can't wait to see it finished.

Ford F-350 4x4 Diesel
1988 Avion Triple Axle Trailer
1969 Avion C-11 Camper

Posted By: rfuerst911sc on 06/11/14 03:59pm

What will you do with the mattress when the bed extension is in the " up " position ?

Posted By: garryk6 on 06/11/14 04:04pm

rfuerst911sc wrote:

What will you do with the mattress when the bed extension is in the " up " position ?

If the mattress is cut or two piece, it can be moved on top the other, or fold with the support. I made my own mattress from 6" memory foam, and it works well in an Avion.

Garry

Garry K
Wife + 4 kids
Retired Military Family.... Alway's on the move....
2002 F350 CCSB 5.4 6spd 4x4 in AK
1966 Avion C-10 Truck Camper

Posted By: Michael 111 on 06/12/14 06:02am

As long as i stay away of inner spring mattress, i think i am going to be fine and it will fold up nice . Will see.....

Chasing leaks today

Posted By: cajunavion on 06/12/14 11:50am

Howdy!
Michael I do see one problem with your
setup. I just can not seem to imagine
old men living in that!
Keep up the wonderful mods, I can not wait
for the next installment. You have me thinking
as well.

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